Education Counsellor
Jobberman (Third Party Recruitment)
Consulting & Strategy
Job Summary
As an Education Counsellor, you will provide expert academic and career guidance to students interested in STEM, Art, and Business & Social Sciences fields. You will also serve as a trusted advisor to schools and parents, helping them navigate subject selection, academic planning, and university admission for global destinations. Your subject-matter expertise in science will be key to ensuring every student receives the right advice to build a strong pathway to competitive universities worldwide.
- Minimum Qualification : Degree
- Experience Level : Senior level
- Experience Length : 5 years
Job Description/Requirements
Responsibilities:
- Support students in career discovery, especially for science-related, Art or Business and Social Sciences professions.
- Advise on subject selection aligned with global university requirements in either STEM, Art, or Business and Social Sciences fields.
- Help students enroll in high school dual diplomas, AP credits, or A-Level science courses.
- Guide students in building academic portfolios, including extracurricular activities and leadership opportunities in science and tech fields.
- Support scholarship planning, essay reviews, and preparation of admission documents.
- Partner with schools to support their students with world-class academic planning.
- Conduct one-on-one sessions with students and parents to provide tailored guidance.
- Collaborate with the sales/student success team to ensure parents and students understand the academic pathway they’re buying into.
- Monitor student progress and provide mentorship throughout the journey.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in any of these fields: Medicine, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering, Arts, Law, Humanities, Creative Industries, Business, Economics, Political Science, International Relations, Sociology, or other related fields.
- Demonstrated understanding of science education and career pathways (locally and abroad).
- Strong knowledge of global university admission requirements (especially UK, US, and Canada).
- 5-10 years of prior experience in academic advising, career counselling, or education consulting is a plus.
- Empathetic, student-centered, and a great communicator.
- Entrepreneurial mindset: proactive, self-driven, and solutions-oriented.
Bonus Traits:
- Passionate about education and youth development.
- Able to think long-term and act like a mini-CEO for your territory.
- Experience working in fast-paced or startup environments.
What You'll Gain:
- A mission-driven career shaping Africa’s next generation of global scholars.
- A chance to work with international education platforms and globally recognized institutions.
- A flexible, hybrid work model across your city.
- Performance-based incentives and long-term growth opportunities.
Locations: Abuja, Lagos, and Port Harcourt
Note: Your base city should align with one of the locations above.
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